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Black spots appear in Kansas corn fields – what are they?

Black spots appear in Kansas corn fields – what are they?

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Officials are monitoring the spread of a disease that is hurting corn production in Kansas. The Kansas State Research and Extension Office posted a publication on June 30 regarding the spread of a disease that is causing black spots to appear on corn stalks in some parts of the state. The fungal…MORE

Kansas sheriff issues statement after rural crime spree at isolated farmsteads

Kansas sheriff issues statement after rural crime spree at isolated farmsteads

WABAUNSEE COUNTY (KSNT) – Deputies in northeast Kansas are taking part in “an active and aggressive investigation” after multiple attempted burglaries were reported across Wabaunsee County. Sheriff Eric Kirsch with the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement on social media that his office is investigation a series of attempted thefts and burglaries in…MORE

Truck driver runs down motorcyclist in Jackson Co.

Truck driver runs down motorcyclist in Jackson Co.

JACKSON COUNTY (KSNT) – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office reports a person used a truck in “running down” a motorcyclist, causing injuries after responding to reports of gunshots. The sheriff’s office said deputies responded to a report of a person with a gun threatening people and a report of gunshots around 3:30 a.m. on June…MORE

KBI releases 2024 Kansas Crime Index report

KBI releases 2024 Kansas Crime Index report

TOPEKA (KSNT)- There were more than 70,000 reported incidents in the Kansas Bureau of Investigation’s (KBI) 2024 Kansas Crime Index report that was released on Monday. The overall crime rate index decreased from 27 per 1,000 people to 23.3 in 2024, the lowest reported in more than 20 years, according to the report. The violent…MORE

Hot with storm chances this weekend, cooler air on the way

Hot with storm chances this weekend, cooler air on the way

What We’re Tracking Hot weekend Storms Sunday night Early Week Cool Down Much of the area will be mostly sunny and muggy today warming into the low 90s today with some areas barely breaking 90. Later on in the evening, we can’t rule out the potential for an isolated shower or thunderstorm to develop in…MORE

Kansas Rep. says Kobach’s request for investigation of schools is ‘sad’

Kansas Rep. says Kobach’s request for investigation of schools is ‘sad’

TOPEKA (KSNT) — One Kansas state representative is pushing back against Attorney General Kris Kobach and his recent call for federal investigations into several public school districts. Kobach recently requested federal investigations into four Kansas school districts. He believes that districts in Topeka, Olathe and Kansas City should be investigated regarding policies related to transgender…MORE

143,000 pounds of bologna recalled nationwide due to misbranding: FSIS

143,000 pounds of bologna recalled nationwide due to misbranding: FSIS

TOPEKA (KSNT) – A New Jersey company is recalling more than 143,000 pounds of bologna distributed nationwide due to a misbranding issue. The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on June 27 that Gaiser’s European Style Provisions Inc. of New Jersey is recalling 143,416 pounds of ready-to-eat…MORE